Even though gum and mint sales have declined in recent months, creative pushes are coming from both market to keep customers cool, calm and collectively chewing.

Wrigley pulls Alert Energy Caffeine Gum from shelves

In light of a review on caffeinated products by the FDA, company halts production, distribution

Amanda Gajdosik

May 9, 2013

Wrigley announced today that it would temporarily be pulling its Alert Energy Caffeine Gum off the shelves while the Food and Drug and Administration continues its review of foods containing added caffeine.

The greatest mom dilemma

Gifting my favorite lady poses challenges, even for a candy editor.

Crystal Lindell

May 8, 2013

Mom's been especially amazing this past year, as I’ve endured some health issues over the last few months. Always willing to make the two-hour drive to see me on a moment’s notice, no questions asked. When she arrives, my mom even claims she actually enjoys doing my laundry, washing my dishes, and vacuuming.

Statistical Snapshot: Mexico

Lee Linthicum of Euromonitor International sees Mexican confections firmly on road to recovery

March 1, 2013

Current Euromonitor International projects peg Mexico’s retail confectionery sales at $5.4 billion in 2017, more than a billion dollars gain since 2012. This represents the sixth best retail market for global confectionery sales. It also places Mexico second, exceeded only by Brazil, within Latin America.

ProSweets Preview: Cafosa

February 8, 2013

As the world’s leading gum base supplier, Cafosa is on the receiving end of a broad range of chewing gum trends.

iD Gum

Kraft Foods, Northfield, Ill.

February 8, 2013

Kraft Foods and the makers ofStride Gum are thrilled to welcome a new brand to their family —iD Gum - aimed at teens in celebration of their creativity and thirst for discovery and individuality.

Opopop aims to heat up microwave popcorn category

Hershey showcases its new strategies at Sweets & Snacks Expo

Hershey showcases new strategies, candy

Hard candy evolves beyond traditional sweetness

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